nicola323's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
awishman's review against another edition
4.0
Another gem in the Oz series. I love reading these books along with my kids. For simple, homespun enjoyment, written to bring joy to children, I cannot recommend any of the Oz books highly enough.
itsanagnorisis's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
aamccartan's review against another edition
4.0
Another one with a plot! Not just wandering aimlessly.
roshk99's review against another edition
2.0
There are way too many of these books, all with the same plot
So I will give them all the same review
So I will give them all the same review
jmbz38's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
mjfmjfmjf's review against another edition
3.0
Another Oz book. Another set of new-ish characters (and just a few old ones) on a travelogue to Oz. Sure it's a formula but not done too badly here. The Ork's are a bit of a standout, basically a kind like a bird but with propellers. And there is an evil witch and berries that make you smaller and bigger. It actually read fairly pleasantly though clearly shows its age.
chandranolynne's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
It's been a little while since I gave one of the Oz books five full stars, but this one got me! As with Tik-Tok of Oz, the title didn't really fit this book, but I don't even care this time! The Scarecrow didn't show up until the last 50 or so pages, but he did end up coming in to save the day so I sorta get it.
This book, I feel, really got back to the roots of how The Wizard of Oz was initially written: quick, exciting adventures, lots of new and silly characters and places, and a fair amount of quick wit. I read it in one sitting. I'm now about two-thirds of the way through the main series and still have every intention of continuing on to the end!
This book, I feel, really got back to the roots of how The Wizard of Oz was initially written: quick, exciting adventures, lots of new and silly characters and places, and a fair amount of quick wit. I read it in one sitting. I'm now about two-thirds of the way through the main series and still have every intention of continuing on to the end!